Dahkati
Dahkati is a village located in Jhargram subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Jhargram are the district & sub-district headquarters of Dahkati village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Sardiha is the gram panchayat of Dahkati village.
Here you can discover what makes Dahkati unique in its vibrant Jhargram-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Dahkati’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dahkati
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dahkati is 339690. The village spans a total geographical area of 39.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721513. Jhargram is nearest town to Dahkati village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dahkati village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gopiballavpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhargram Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Dahkati
According to the 2011 Census, Dahkati has a total population of about 310, with approximately 156 males and 154 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 126 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.94%, with male literacy at about 76.28% and female literacy near 67.53%. There are around 73 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dahkati's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 310 | 156 | 154 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 24 | 14 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 67 | 59 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 223 | 119 | 104 |
Illiterate Population | 87 | 37 | 50 |
Connectivity of Dahkati
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dahkati. As per the 2011 stats, Dahkati had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dahkati
Knowing the nearby villages of Dahkati helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dahkati.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dahkati
- Where is Dahkati located?
- Dahkati village is situated in Jhargram Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dahkati?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dahkati is Sardiha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dahkati?
- The pincode of Dahkati is 721513, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dahkati as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dahkati is 310, with 156 males and 154 females.
- How many households are there in Dahkati as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dahkati village has a total of 73 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dahkati as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dahkati is 71.94%. The male literacy rate is 76.28%, while the female literacy rate is 67.53%.